Maalik, starring Rajkummar Rao and Manushi Chhillar, continues its steady rise at the Indian box office despite stiff competition and no solo release window. The film witnessed a big jump on its third day (Sunday), collecting an impressive Rs. 5.55 Cr nett. Released on 11th July, the film has garnered positive responses from both audiences and critics for Rajkummar’s never-seen-before ruthless gangster avatar and its gripping storyline.
Box Office Breakdown:
Day 1 (Thursday): 4.02 Cr
Day 2 (Friday): 5.45 Cr
Day 3 (Saturday): 5.55 Cr
Total Weekend (India Nett): 15.02 Cr
Over the weekend, the film recorded a remarkable jump despite competing releases, a testament to strong word-of-mouth and audience appreciation. The film, widely praised for Rajkummar Rao’s intense performance and its gritty, engaging storytelling, has clearly benefited from strong word of mouth, ensuring a remarkable hold even on a weekday. After passing its first weekend test, the gangster drama has managed to keep the momentum on Monday, collecting a solid ₹1.88 crore nett at the Indian box office.
Maalik is an intense action entertainer set in 80’s Allahabad a gritty tale of ambition, power, and survival. It explores the price of rising in a world ruled by guns, greed, and loyalty. Directed by Pulkit and produced by Kumar Taurani under the Tips Films banner along with Jay Shewakramani of Northern Lights Films, Maalik is running successfully in cinemas.